​As an adult I've loved to explore relationships and why people make the choices they do. You'll see this self-analysis in both my fiction and nonfiction. And after completing the Alchemical High Priestess process with Bonnie Salamon, that self-analysis went a lot deeper. It's fine when I'm looking at something that results in wonder, magic, changing lead into gold (so to speak). But it's not so much fun when I have to deal with my fears and resistance - the Dark Side. Unfortunately, the dark side is often where we need to focus the most.

When I was 8 years old my teacher told my mother to tell me that I'd said something that hurt another student. I'm sure my mother told me to take care with my words. But what I heard was, "My words hurt. So it's better if I don't talk."

I didn't become an instant mute, but my already shy nature became more withdrawn. I spoke when spoken to, but I didn't offer opinions. And if I was forced to give an opinion, I made sure I said something nice.

Change can be difficult, but it's necessary. It took me over 50 years to begin expressing myself. To offer an opinion. I still struggle with not wanting to hurt people, and my clients want honest feedback from an editor. If I only say nice things, I'm not helping them to improve. So I have to find ways to be honest and supportive.

Are you expressing yourself? The world is in the midst of tremendous chaos and change. It's time for you to step into you. It's time to get in touch with your dreams and desires. It's time to let go of those old patterns and beliefs that are holding you back. You are the only Carol, Diane, Melody, Anne, Shirley, Marilyn there is. No one else is exactly like you. Now is the time to express yourself. To share your gifts with the world. We need to hear what you have to say.

OWN your expression!

Words of Passion is here to help. If you need to explore ideas, want a better grasp of structure, or would like more information about writing and publishing, contact me. There's no charge to talk. And I get excited when you're excited. So let's dig in and get started.